Prison Saint-Michel, Historical prison in central Rennes, France
Description
Prison Saint-Michel is a centrally located building in Rennes with a symmetrical layout organized around a central courtyard. The structure has two levels and a polygonal tower containing a spiral staircase.
History
The building was established in 1450 and operated as a prison until 1878. Over this period it served both as a regular detention facility and later as a military prison.
Culture
From 1965 to 1976, the building served as an art academy where painters and engravers worked on their craft. This period left its mark on the space as a creative hub.
Practical
The building now functions as a venue with restaurants and bars, primarily open in the evenings. The location is central and easily reachable on foot or by public transport.
Did you know?
The complex still retains 18th-century structural elements, including separate sections that once divided male and female prisoners. This physical division shows how the prison was historically organized.
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